Recently, I received a copy of a new bible story book for children. I love taking a look a those types of story books, particularly ones that take a different approach to traditional ones. However, this one, in my opinion, just didn’t sit well with me. About the book: Hardcover: 132 pages Publisher: Crossway (August […]
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Hi Friends! This morning, I unveiled (on Periscope – gasp!) that I will be launching an online book club for kidmin leaders! This is something that I have been feeling God nudging me to do for the past year or so but I have put it aside until now. Stepping out in faith is hard […]
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It’s that time of year again – time for Group’s KidMin Conference! If you have read my blog for a while, then you know that i absolutely love this conference, which I have attended in Chicago (2011) and Columbus (2013 & 2014). I am looking forward to attending again this year! As the conference nears and momentum […]
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Yesterday I posted pre-conference FAQs and tips for Group’s upcoming KidMin Conference. You can find that post here. Today I thought I’d post a few of the most frequently asked during-the-conference questions along with my own personal tips: FAQ’s 1. What food options are available? While meals are not included in the registration fee, Chicago […]
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Good leaders know to ask questions. Great leaders know how to ask the right questions. When you gather your team around the table, it’s crucial to ask the right questions. Every Tuesday, I gather my team to debrief the previous Sunday and plan for the upcoming week(s). Debriefing is important to celebrate what went well and to adjust […]
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I recently took a sneak peek at Phil Vischer’s new movie for kids, Galaxy Buck: Mission to Sector 9. It had my attention from the very first scene! Keep reading to find out more and how you can win a free DVD copy of the movie, which releases tomorrow, October 20th. Galaxy Buck: Mission to […]
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Every kidmin leader I know wants to (and often needs to) stretch their ministry dollars. I’ve scoured the internet for awesome Black Friday deals that will help you do just that. Here’s what I found: WORSHIP RESOURCES WorshipHouse Kids is a go-to for kidmin leaders looking for affordable, high-quality worship media resources. If you’re […]
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Weeks ago I received my beloved Dispatch box in the mail, but things have been a little busy and I haven’t been able to share with you all of the goodies contained within! As with the two previous Dispatch boxes, Volume 3 did not disappoint! What I particularly love is the focus for this set […]
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Happy New Year, friends! I hope you’ve had a great (albeit short) start to 2016! A new year brings so many possibilities, doesn’t it? It’s a time most of us reflect on what we’ve done, what we’d like to do. Many of us aim to do more of this, less of that… I have always […]
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In the January/February 2016 issue of Children’s Ministry Magazine, I wrote about training children to resolving conflict in a God-honoring way. I thought I’d share a behind-the-scenes insight into why I wrote about this important task. This month, we celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who led the Civil Rights movement from […]
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There are so many things that kidmin leaders want said about the ministries they lead. We want ministries that are safe, age-appropriate, growing, engaging, fun, innovative, all-inclusive, reaching families, healthy, dynamic, just to name a few. Each week, we spend hours in the details – writing/editing curriculum, gathering supplies, emailing lessons, making sure volunteers are […]
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I have noticed a recent trend in ministry resource boxes lately. There are a few out there but today I wanted to share my thoughts on SproutBox. SproutBox Description (according to their print material): Launched in September 2015, SproutBox is a monthly box subscription designed to create unforgettable family-based Bible experiences with AR […]
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Finding the right devotional can be difficult. Oftentimes, friends make recommendations but usually for me, the devotional I choose meets me right where I am during a particular season in my life. Can you relate? For many years, I used the Jesus Calling as my daily devotional. I loved it for many reasons but one […]
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As a teenager, I served regularly in Children’s Ministry at my church. I also babysat regularly after school and on weekends. I had a lot of childcare experience. So when I went away to college and served in Children’s Ministry at a center for low-income families, I wasn’t prepared for what I’d experience. When we’d […]
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Behind the Scenes: Children’s Ministry Magazine, March/April 2016 Teaching the Bible in fun, exciting and engaging ways is a challenge that every children’s ministry leader faces. Some weeks come together really well; other weeks not so much. If you’re like me, you scour the internet (thank you, Pinterest!) for ideas and inspiration to help you […]
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When I was a girl, I loved learning and reading. I loved going to school. I took pride in my assignments. As a ministry leader, I still have a passion for learning and taking pride in my work. While my time for reading is not as much as I’d like (because of family, ministry and […]
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Bibles are one of those staple items for ministry to children. (If it’s not, it should be!) Choosing an age-appropriate Bible for children is sometimes a bit of a challenge because there are so many great options out there. Here’s one I’d like to share with you that children will love. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The International […]
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As a little girl, I loved to go to church. I mean loved. It was the favorite part of my week. I remember walking through the doors of my church excited to be with friends and adults that I loved. The atmosphere in that pink (yes, pink!) classroom was warm and welcoming. The adult leaders taught […]
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*Note: My first draft of this post was written before news broke that five Dallas police officers were killed in an ambush attack during a protest rally. My final draft reflects this tragedy. There are no words, friends. No words. For me, there’s been more tears than words. If you have followed national news in […]
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“Partner with parents” is a phrase used quite a bit in the kidmin, student ministry and family ministry world. There are different ways to define what ‘partnering’ with parents means, but I define it simply as being a parent’s biggest cheerleader. I want to cheer them on as they lead their families. I want to […]
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